From Collider · Jennie Richardson · · 2m
ABC's 'Rabbit' Pilot Order for 'Ludwig' Remake
ABC orders pilot for US remake of BBC's detective series Ludwig.
In brief
ABC orders pilot for US remake of BBC's detective series Ludwig. ABC has greenlit a pilot for Rabbit, a US remake of BBC's detective series Ludwig, written by Megan Ganz and Humphrey Ker. Originally reported by Collider.
High Potential's success
High Potential has become ABC's standout procedural since premiering two years ago.
Ludwig's popularity
BBC's Ludwig concluded its second season and is confirmed for a third season with a christmas special.
Rabbit pilot order
Deadline has announced ABC's pilot order for Rabbit, a US remake of Ludwig.
Rabbit writers
Megan Ganz and Humphrey Ker will write and executive produce Rabbit.
Ludwig's premise
Ludwig follows john taylor, a puzzle maker who goes undercover as his twin brother's detective.
Rabbit's premise
Rabbit follows mark, a puzzle maker who goes undercover as his twin brother's homicide detective.
High Potential's premise
High Potential follows morgan gillory, a night cleaner with high potential intellect who solves cases.
ABC's crime lineup
ABC's other procedurals like the rookie and will trent suggest the network is ready for rabbit.
US remake strategy
US remakes maintain core themes while evolving into original content for network tv.
Rabbit's setting
Rabbit will be set in cambridge, massachusetts, unlike Ludwig's cambridge, england.
Ludwig's release
Ludwig premiered on britbox on september 25, 2 2024.
Rabbit's season structure
Rabbit will likely follow abc's procedural model with a longer first season than ludwig.
High Potential's success
High Potential has become one of abc's standout procedurals since premiering two years ago.
Ludwig's success
Ludwig has become a massive success for bbc one with a confirmed third season.
Rabbit's unique angle
Rabbit will find ways to stand out from ludwig while honoring what fans love.
Rabbit's premiere
Rabbit is expected to premiere on abc after its pilot order is completed.
In short
ABC has greenlit a pilot for Rabbit, a US remake of BBC's detective series Ludwig, written by Megan Ganz and Humphrey Ker.
